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🇺🇸 We’re celebrating a day off

10 Tampa Bay Labor Day events

A Sunset on St. Pete Beach. The sky is orange and yellow, with a dark beach before it in the shadows.
While you’re at it, take in a St. Pete Beach sunset. | Photo by TBAYtoday
This Monday marks Labor Day — an annual federal holiday, first designated in 1894, that honors the contributions of workers in America.

We’ve rounded up 10 Tampa Bay celebrations:

Labor Day Kickoff Silent Party, American Social Tampa
Head to the downtown hotspot for a night of dancing — to your music of choice. Pay $10 for a pair of headphones, and flip between three DJs.

Grill & Chill: Labor Day Fest Edition, The Garden Riverview
Grill and chill, yes we will with performances from Sherwiizy HypeLyfe and samba dancers, Karen’s Hora Loco, and delights from Flavaz Jamaican Grille.

Labor Day Pool Party VIP Experience, Epicurean Hotel
Indulge with a VIP experience at the Autograph Collection pool — complete with bottle service, drink samples, music by DJ Styles, and lots of sunbrellas.

Labor Day Weekend: Live Reggae Music by Jahfari Reggae Band, Trail Garden at St. Petersburg Distillery
This family- and pet-friendly celebration features tunes by Jahfari Reggae Band, DJ Baby Sam, DJ Steel, plus eats and drinks.

Labor Day Workout with FIT4MOM, Multiple locations
Bring the bebe in their stroller for a holiday full-body workout geared for all levels.

Tampa Labor Day Picnic International, IBEW Local 915, Tampa
Pack the cooler for a day of summertime fun, with a DJ, inflatables for kids and adults, and a cornhole tournament. Plus, hear from candidates running in this November’s election.

Labor Day Weekend Heroes Fundraiser, Caddy’s Treasure Island
Watch the Treasure Island Police and Fire Departments battle in cornhole and wing eating competitions — America — and snap photos with antique police cars + fire trucks.

Labor Day Fitness + St. Pete Community Cookout, MA Fitness Kickboxing St. Pete
Celebrate a sweaty workout with drinks, snacks, and burgers.

Labor Day Bash, Toasted Monkey
Rock out to everything from 80s rock hits to country from Full Throttle at the beachfront bar.

LDW: Monday Party, MacDinton’s
Your favorite South Tampa bar is celebrating the holiday with happy hour from 8 to 10 p.m., BOGO everything from 10 p.m., $5 boneless wing baskets, and $0.99-cent wings.
 
Events
Thursday, Aug. 29
  • Be Build Brand 2024 | Thursday, Aug. 29 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Embarc Collective, Tampa | $42 | Dive into the basics of creating a powerful brand with tips from local businesswomen — every attendee will receive a free headshot.
  • Dinner & Taylor Swift Cookie Decorating Class | Thursday, Aug. 29 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 1951 4th St. N., St. Petersburg | $94 | Enjoy dinner while unleashing your creative side among fellow Swifties.
  • Sushi Taste And Technique: Let the Good Times Roll | Thursday, Aug. 29 | 6:30-9 p.m. | The Birchwood | $65 | Kickstart your sushi-making journey from ingredient shopping to cheffing up rolls — ticket comes with a cocktail.
Friday, Aug. 30
Saturday, Aug. 31
Sunday, Sept. 1
  • “Grease” | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 3 p.m. | Tampa Theatre | $14.50 | It’s a sing-along Sunday featuring the legendary film starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John as high school kids in the 50s.
  • Imagine Dragons | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 7-11 p.m. | Florida State Fairgrounds | $97+ | Send off August with some outdoor tunes from the the pop rock band on their “Loom World Tour.”
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Outdoors
  • The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is halting its plans — for now — to construct pickleball courts and golf courses at nine state parks. The state will go “back to the drawing board” on the proposal, which included changes to two Tampa Bay area parks. (Tampa Bay Times)
Biz
  • This one’s for all of our sneakerheads. Foot Locker is moving its headquarters to the Sunshine City next year. The company already has an office in Carillon Office Park + has yet to announce which departments will call the Burg home. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Opening
  • Meet Turkish Flame Mediterranean Restaurant. The new spot from the owners of Mio’s Grill and Cafe opens next month in Indian Rocks Beach. What’s on the menu? Diners can expect dishes like Turkish flatbread, pizza, grilled kebabs, and sultan’s delight. (I Love the Burg)
Announced
  • Introducing: your kiddo’s new fave bookstore. The Story Garden opens around Halloween in St. Pete’s Historic Uptown neighborhood. The onetime grocery store will see a second life as a place for puppets, storytime, shopping, and kids’ events. (I Love the Burg)
Health
  • Tampa General is solidifying its relationship with USF Health with a $162 million donation. The money will be used for “increasing integration, recruiting providers, advancing research initiatives, and continuing to create jobs,” according to a release. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Eat
  • The Asian Mega Night Market returns to St. Pete this weekend. Tomorrow, Aug. 30 to Sunday, Sept. 1, there will be a range of street food options + live entertainment at 855 28th St. S. Parking starts at $10.
Plan Ahead
  • Do you provide care for an aging parent or a loved one? AARP + the Tampa Bay Times are hosting Spotlight on family caregiving next week. The session features leaders from across the state like the Alzheimer’s Association + AARP. Register now for the Wednesday, Sept. 4 forum.
Listen
  • Get jazzy with it. The Clearwater Jazz Holiday is fast approaching — and the lineup is packed with powerhouses like Mavis Staples, Bruce Hornsby, and St. Paul & the Broken Bones. Tickets to the Oct. 17-20 event at Coachman Park are on sale now. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Sports
  • Dive into all things Junior Caminero. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Rays with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
    Finance
    • Fall into savings (see what we did there?) with 18 months of 0% APR on balance transfers, plus no annual fee. Adding this card to our wallet feels as comfy as our favorite cardigan.*
    Number
    Correction
    • In yesterday’s newsletter, we asked when the last time Oasis played a gig in Florida was. We said it was 1998, but we missed the 2002 show at the Hard Rock Live in Orlando. Hopefully there’ll be another soon.
     
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    Make it vegan, please

    20 vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Tampa Bay

    Three vegan hot dogs from 3 Dot Dash. One has mustard on it, one has mac and cheese and cries, and the other has lettuce and onion. There is a grey brick wall behind.
    Meat-free never looked so good. | Photo by @3dotvegan
    Eating meat-free hasn’t always been easy, but in the Tampa Bay area, it’s a piece of (vegan) cake.

    Our local food scene is as vibrant as ever, so it’s no surprise there is a slew of local chefs serving up fresh, vegetarian bites across town. From vegetarian pizza to scrumptious vegan tacos, here are 30+ restaurants serving up meat-free fare in TBAY.

    🍕 Casual eating

    Florish, 2307 S. Dale Mabry Hwy., Ste. A, Tampa | Let your taste buds savor a slice of delicious vegan pizza or a scrumptious bowl, and finish it off with a cookie (or three). We recommend the Chicky Buff pizza.

    Nah Dogs Vegan Hot Dog Cart, Mobile | Follow the cart’s Instagram to know where St. Pete’s “only 100% vegan hot dog cart” will be next. Heads up: This food truck is constantly whipping up new + inventive specials.

    City Guides are presented by Water Street Tampa.
    Even more egg-free eats
    Asked

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    A. Yes
    B. No, but I have considered it
    C. No
    We need to know
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    Today’s edition by:
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    From the editor
    I know what treat I’m getting this weekend — or at least on Sunday. The Hub is hosting a Bossa Nova Brunch on Sunday, Sept. 1, featuring a donut coated in glaze inspired by Tampa’s signature cocktail, the “6 a.m. on 7th Avenue.”
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